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SkySports reports that the Premier League and EFL have
postponed all fixtures until April 4 and 3 respectively at the earliest due to
the threat of the coronavirus.

The Premier League has been suspended

The Football Association has also postponed England’s
international friendly matches against Italy and Denmark, scheduled for March
27 and 31 respectively, while the FA Women’s Super League and FA Women’s
Championship fixtures have also been postponed.

The measure to postpone Premier League football was agreed
at an “emergency club meeting” on Friday and in light of Arsenal boss
Mikel Arteta and Chelsea midfielder Callum Hodson-Odoi confirming they had
tested positive for the virus.

The news was confirmed in a collective statement: “The
FA, Premier League, EFL and Barclays FA Women’s Super League and FA Women’s
Championship have collectively agreed to postpone the professional game in
England until 3 April at the earliest.

“This action, which will be kept under constant review,
has been taken due to the increasing numbers of Clubs taking steps to isolate
their players and staff because of the COVID-19 virus.

“The postponements include all matches in the
Championship, League One and League Two, as well as all Academy and youth team
fixtures.

“In addition, clubs are being advised to suspend
indefinitely all non-essential activities which include, but are not limited
to, player appearances, training ground visits and fan meetings.

“Whilst the EFL board has continued to take the advice
and guidance offered by the Government and its health advisors, emerging
developments mean now is the time to implement football’s contingency plans in
response to the crisis.

“A further update on these plans will be given post an
EFL board meeting next week.

“This decision has not been taken lightly, but the EFL
must prioritise the health and well-being of players, staff and supporters
while also acknowledging the Government’s national efforts in tackling this
outbreak.”

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